Technology for Development Summer Intern

Description

The Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) is a hub for research on global development, with a network of over 70 academic researchers extending across the University of California, Stanford University, and the University of Washington. Our faculty affiliates design and test solutions for the problems of poverty, generating actionable evidence for policy-makers in less developed countries. Using rigorous field trials, behavioral experiments, and tools from data science, we measure and maximize the impacts of economic development programs throughout the world.

This internship is with the Technology for Development team, which helps affiliated researchers develop and rigorously evaluate pro-poor technologies.

Closing Date

Jun 25, 2017 12:00 am PDT

Eligibility

Responsibilities

The intern will support activities of the Technology for Development team for 15-20 hours a week, supporting activities such as scientific convenings, program development and reporting, communications, and research dissemination.

This is a challenging opportunity for students who are interested in global development; have a strong desire to use and deepen skills in project management, communications, and research assistance; and are energized to contribute to the long-term success of a dynamic organization.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work with CEGA staff on fundraising efforts for Tech4Dev scientific convenings.

Work with CEGA and Blum Center's on Tech4Dev event logistics.

Develop and maintain website for and publicity for Tech4Dev events.

Assist with academic journal editorial management tasks.

Assist with the team’s Salesforce record keeping.

Required Qualifications

Must be a registered UC Berkeley student (rising junior and senior undergraduate, or graduate) in good academic standing at UC Berkeley who has taken courses in Economics, Engineering, International Affairs, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or related fields.

Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of evidence-based policy-making.

Well-organized, with strong administrative skills and outstanding attention to detail.

Strong and effective interpersonal skills in working with colleagues at all levels. Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality. Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work diplomatically with diverse constituencies.

Ability to contribute to remaining flexible and able to adapt to change.